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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

NYU must do more to help low-income students

NYU must do more to help low-income students

NYU proudly boasted record levels of diversity for the newly admitted class of 2025. However, the university will continue to fall short of creating a truly accessible institution without committing to meet 100% of every student’s demonstrated financial need.
WSN Editorial Board April 12, 2021

Each year, NYU touts accepting their most diverse class ever, admitting a myriad of international students, first-generation college-attendees and students from underrepresented...

The Community College Transfer Opportunity Program Must Improve

The Community College Transfer Opportunity Program Must Improve

WSN Editorial Board September 26, 2017
Chicago's Star Scholarship shows NYU should continue to grow its Community College Transfer Opportunity Program, encouraging prospective and transfer students, from all economic backgrounds, to be a part of its academic community.
Affirmative Action Should Focus on Economic Diversity

Affirmative Action Should Focus on Economic Diversity

Andrew Heying, Opinion Editor August 28, 2017
Affirmative Action should continue to exist, but it needs some changes.
iGrade is an online service developed to guide students and their families on personal and college-related finances. NYU’s Affordability Steering Committee announced a partnership with the service on March 29.

NYU Ranks Fourth for Accepting Lower Income Students

Jemima McEvoy, News Editor January 23, 2017
A study revealed that NYU ranked fourth among other elite colleges enrolling the highest percentage of low- and middle - income students.